Licensed Vocational Nurse - Part Time

NEXUS FAMILY RECOVERY CENTER • Dallas, TX

21d • $28 - $30

About The Position

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides direct nursing care to clients undergoing medical detoxification for substance use disorders. The role includes monitoring withdrawal symptoms, observing and administering medications as ordered, supporting medical assessments, and helping ensure clients’ safety and comfort throughout detoxification. The LVN works collaboratively with the Medical Director, medical providers, and clinical and support staff to provide safe, compassionate, effective care.

Nexus Family Recovery Center is a Dallas-based nonprofit that supports women and families affected by substance use disorder. It provides detox, residential, and outpatient treatment grounded in trauma-informed, evidence-based practice. The organization describes its workplace values as respect, compassion, and integrity, and emphasizes supporting and developing its staff.

This is a part-time position with two available schedules: every other week on Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., or every other Saturday and Sunday from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The listed salary range is $28.00–$30.00. The position is based at the Dallas, Texas legal address and may involve travel of up to 25%.

Requirements

• Current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in good standing with the State of Texas.
• Knowledge of substance withdrawal syndromes and detox protocols.
• Proficiency with common office technology tools, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Strong clinical assessment and observation skills.
• Ability to respond quickly to medical changes or emergencies.
• Effective communication with medical and clinical teams.
• Compassionate and nonjudgmental approach to client care.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced treatment environment.
• Respect confidentiality and follow HIPAA and CFR 42 guidelines for disclosing information.
• Ability to understand and follow written, oral, or diagram instructions; solve practical problems in standardized situations; and perform assigned duties accurately, promptly, and to the required standard.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the job, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
• Obtain and maintain training required to comply with state licensure rules and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of nursing experience, preferably in detox, behavioral health, emergency care, or medical-surgical settings.
• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct admission nursing assessments, including vital signs and withdrawal monitoring tools such as CIWA and COWS, and document findings in Welligent and/or CMBHS.
• Monitor clients experiencing withdrawal from alcohol, opioids, and other substances.
• Supervise medication use according to applicable licensing, regulatory, and agency standards and each client’s medication protocol.
• Observe and report changes in client condition to the physician, nurse supervisor, or medical provider.
• Provide nursing care in accordance with medical orders, nursing standards, and facility policies.
• Administer medications as ordered and monitor their effectiveness and potential side effects.
• Ensure proper medication storage, documentation, and controlled-substance procedures, including storage, disposal, counting, and reconciliation.
• Educate clients about prescribed medications and withdrawal management when appropriate.
• Assist with medical intake assessments, including reviewing medical history, current medications, and withdrawal risk factors; take initial vital signs and conduct withdrawal screenings.
• Communicate relevant medical concerns to the provider or nursing supervisor.
• Monitor for severe withdrawal, medical complications, and psychiatric concerns.
• Respond to medical emergencies and follow established emergency protocols, including responding to code blues outside the detox unit.
• Assist with crisis intervention when clients experience agitation, distress, or medical instability.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in the electronic health record, including assessments, medication administration, withdrawal scores, and client responses to treatment.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies, licensing standards, and regulatory requirements, and maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings when required and support coordination of care among medical, clinical, and support staff.
• Provide education on withdrawal symptoms, detox medications, and recovery support when appropriate, and encourage clients to engage in treatment programming once medically stable.
• Offer compassionate support to clients during detoxification.
• Complete required online training, attend required in-person training and staff meetings, and maintain training required by state licensure rules and regulations.
• Follow the agency compliance plan, code of conduct, policies, and procedures; treat clients, visitors, and coworkers with dignity and respect.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree